i am a 36 year old female taking it for the swelling in the brain...

Do not be scared, Everyone is different. The side effects does not effect everyone. I have been on this med. for almost 3 yrs. If I told you all my side effects it might scare you. But the best thing is I can breath again and I am alive to watch my 11 kids grow. Sure you might have some good and bad days but I think it is hard to look in the mirror and not recognize your own face. I think that is the HARDEST. Sleeping is very hard. But I have found that sleep is a blessing. It is the only time I feel normal and free of pain. In time it will get easier to fall asleep. I use to be on 60mg and now I am on 30. And I can sleep. Hang in there. Do not worry about all of the side effects cause that will wear you down. Hope things get better for you. SanDee